Ruth was born January 18, 1917, in McLaughlin, South Dakota, the daughter of Fred and Emily (Hindermuth) Schmeichel. She was raised and attended high school in McLaughlin. After high school, she attended Christy's Beauty School and later worked for Slaters Store, and eventually as a postmaster in Selfridge. She married Peter Wingerter on September 07, 1941, at Selfridge, Sioux County, North Dakota. Ruth and Peter raised their family and lived in Selfridge until 1994, when Peter passed awat and Ruth moved to Bismarck.
She was a member of various societies and boards throughout her life. Ruth loved to travel, visiting many countries. She enjoyed playing cards, sewing, quilting and gardening.
Ruth is survived by one son, two daughters, three brothers, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Ruth was born January 18, 1917, in McLaughlin, South Dakota, the daughter of Fred and Emily (Hindermuth) Schmeichel. She was raised and attended high school in McLaughlin. After high school, she attended Christy's Beauty School and later worked for Slaters Store, and eventually as a postmaster in Selfridge. She married Peter Wingerter on September 07, 1941, at Selfridge, Sioux County, North Dakota. Ruth and Peter raised their family and lived in Selfridge until 1994, when Peter passed awat and Ruth moved to Bismarck.
She was a member of various societies and boards throughout her life. Ruth loved to travel, visiting many countries. She enjoyed playing cards, sewing, quilting and gardening.
Ruth is survived by one son, two daughters, three brothers, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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